well i'm new to dslr and wouldnt want to get something wrong or bad... however thanks alot for reminding me to get what i really like
just go down to the shops to see what u can get.. meanwhile read up so u know what to expect when u try out the cameras...
HANDLING is the most impt factor to look out for IMO.. Many people choose nikon or canon because of this.. personally i prefer canon's handling.. but that's just me.. many people feel at home with a nikon.. most dslrs today will produce great pics.. so quality is not as impt an issue.. the main thing is whether u're comfortable with changing settings and using the camera as a whole..
just because olympus gives 2 lenses should never be a pull factor.. it is a bonus no doubt, but if u don't like to use it, the equipment will just be lying to waste..
just to help u to decide... here's what u could look out for..
handling
functionality/features (u can read up on this before trying out the cameras.. do read up on their flash systems too.. quite impt IMO)
image quality (noise, colour reproduction, details and resolving power among other things)
wealth of supporting resources (lenses, flash etc.)
look at all these before deciding on value and budget.. every brand has options for the beginner to the pros.. remember once u choose a system it'll be really expensive to change...
if anyone else can think of other things to look out for do help out...